In the event of a disaster, families must evacuate quickly and may not be able to bring their pets along. These pets are often left to fend for themselves and most of them are never reunited with their owners. In order to curb the effects of these horrific events, the veterinary industry and several non-profit organizations are working together to care for pets and help reunite them with their families.

Veterinarian Dr. Carol joins Fox and Friends to discuss how your Pets can beat the heat and stay cool in Summer. The segment with Dr. Carol aired on Fox and Friends in August 2017. Beat The Heat It is important to note that not all Pets can swim. The Neoprene Reflective Life Vest floats, is…

How To Know When It’s Time To Euthanize Your Family Pet. According to a Harris Poll survey, more than three in five American households have at least one pet. Of those pet owners, 95 percent consider their furry friends to be part of the family.

Our pets aren’t just pets, they’re our friends and family members, too. So sometimes, a family vacation isn’t complete without them. Whether you’re driving a couple hours or flying across the country, there are some important variables to consider when you travel with a pet.

Debate Continues Over Use Of Cannabis to Treat Canine Health Issues. Steven Siegel’s 15-year-old Jack Russell terrier, Pumpkin, fell ill and had to be rushed to the hospital. After seeing several specialists, tests determined that Pumpkin was in kidney failure. “I gave her every bit of medicine (that) science could give to us,” Siegel says.

Feeding People Food to Pets: What’s the Truth? Should pet owners feel guilty? As a practicing, integrative veterinarian for over 20 years, our clinical results document dogs enjoying superior health and longevity when fed “human food,” rather than commercial dog food. The fact of the matter is that when it comes to wholesome nutrition “food…

Dog kennels used to be the only option years ago when work and/or pleasure necessitated a trip out of town. Today, Pet Sitters have become the latest rage. Pet Sitters offer dog and cat owners and a convenient, cost effective alternative to kenneling your pets.

When it comes to post-operative care for pets, there’s no such thing as “standard procedure.” That’s because each cat and dog surgery and each pet is different. “Post-op specifics will vary depending on your pet’s age and condition, as well as the exact type of surgery involved,” says Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM, an integrative veterinarian…

It’s no secret that chronic stress and anxiety can increase the odds that a person will develop gray hair. Now, new research has found that phenomenon extends to dogs as well. The study, which was published in the journal Applied Animal Behavior Science, found that young dogs whose owners said the pets were anxious and…

As of June, half of the states and the District of Columbia have legalized the use of medical marijuana for humans. People wonder if it’s also suited for pets, too, and need to investigate the parameters and consequences carefully. “It’s not legal in any state for veterinarians to prescribe or recommend medical marijuana,” says Dr.…

1. There is No Such Thing as “Grain-Free” Dry Pet Food a: Plain and simple making dry pet food involves baking at extremely high temperatures. To make dry dog or cat food, some type of starch[grain] is necessary to bind the food together. While the word “grain” may not be listed on the label, chances…

After receiving over 1550 complaints from pet owners and sickening nearly 2000 dogs and cats, Blue Buffalo Pet Food announced a voluntary recall of several of their pet food lines for dogs and cats. This blue buffalo pet food recall was initially announced in January, and then again on May 27, 2016.

Whether you’re welcoming a Guinea pig into your dog-loving home or adding a new dog to your family of rabbit owners, introducing a small animal to a dog requires patience, love and consistency, said Carol Osborne, DVM and Integrative Veterinarian. In most cases, she says, initial tolerance can lead to lasting friendships. While there are…

We recently received a lovely note from Dave and Connie about their beautiful dog Zeke. With his cancer trial entering the third round of treatment and a change of diet and medication from the team at Chagrin Falls Pet Clinic – Zeke has shown amazing improvement. I will let Dave and Connie’s words speak for themselves.

As Seen on New York Daily News: These dogs aren’t rolling over for cancer — and they’re certainly not playing dead. An Ohio vet is conducting a clinical immunotherapy trial for canines with advanced cancer, which is giving some terminal pups a new leash on life.

Bainbridge residents Diane and Michael Swigonski’s St. Bernard, Poo Bear, should have passed away by now. The dog, a rescue estimated to be between 6 and 8 years old, was diagnosed with bone cancer in early April and given a four- to six-week prognosis.

In addition to being an ideal companion, Farley, a 12-year-old Tibetan Terrier, has truly been an inspiration to his owners Tom Donelan and Carla Woodcock of Mentor. “I started out with cancer and that was a big enough blow for us, then we found out the Farley had it too,” Woodcock said. Donelan said Farley was lethargic, his stomach was distended and his colitis worsened.

Canine Heart Disease. In dogs like man, heart function is vital to life! Today over 3 million dogs already suffer from heart disease; many of whom are already in heart failure. When the heart is unable to pump blood at the rate necessary to meet the needs of your dog’s body, heart failure is the…

Dog Dementia . Does your dog get lost in your house? Does your dog stare at the wall? Did your dog greet you at the door today? Does your canine make mistakes indoors? Dog Dementia also referred to as Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS), affects approximately 12 percent of dogs age ten and older. What’s remarkable…

Runny Eyes in Dogs. Your dog’s eyes should normally be clear, bright, and free of discharge. Red eyes in a dog can signal problems requiring treatment from eye drops to emergency surgery. Conjunctivitis is the most common eye problem in dogs and is defined as an inflammation of the white membranes lining the inside of…

Dog Diets – Can My Dog Eat That? So often I get asked these questions. So I have compiled a little list to go by. Sunflower Seeds- If unsalted and removed from their shells, yes on occasion there is no reason why your dog cannot have a snack! Peanuts: Yes. Again unsalted and removed from their…

Today our lives, as well as the lives of our cherished 4-legged canine companions, are subject to exposure to a variety of toxins, pesticides, and other environmental hazards all of which must be metabolized and cleared by the liver. These toxins act as free radicals and damage your dog’s the liver. Since this is a…

Dog Spaying & Neutering Poses Risky Health Benefits. Results of a 10 year pet lifetime study conducted at the University of Davis in California, documented a decline in overall health, wellness, and longevity in dogs spayed and/or neutered before 12 months of age. This research focused on five specific canine diseases: Hip Dysplasia, knee or…

Here are 5 Tips on Managing and Medicating Your Dog What foods work the best for hiding pills and medicating your dog? Peanut butter, cream cheese, hot dogs, and lunch meat usually do the trick. It’s important to make sure they don’t spit it out. Tip: Hold your hand under their jaw while they are…

Dog Vomiting . Occasionally pets vomit. Vomiting that occurs every now and then in an otherwise healthy dog is generally not a cause for concern. By far the most common cause of vomiting in dogs is dietary indiscretion. Persistent vomiting, in dogs, with or without signs of illness such as appetite loss, depression, lethargy, diarrhea,…